Celebrate Wisdom and Prosperity with Ganesh Chaturthi!
Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is not just a festive time to rejoice in the birth of Lord Ganesha, but it is also a period steeped in cosmic significance, bringing unique opportunities for both spiritual and worldly successes.
The Festival of New Beginnings
Each year, as the moon waxes in the lunar month of Bhadrapada, we celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi, marking the divine appearance of Lord Ganesha, the god of wisdom, prosperity, and remover of obstacles. It’s believed that honoring Lord Ganesha during this time grants one with the strength to overcome challenges and hurdles in their lives, ensuring smooth sailing in all endeavors.
Timing
This year it falls on September 6th/7th depending on where you live.
Germany – Sep 6, 2024
Chaturthi Tithi Begins – 11:31 AM on Sep 06, 2024
Chaturthi Tithi Ends – 02:07 PM on Sep 07, 2024
New Delhi, India – Sep 7, 2024
Chaturthi Tithi Begins – 03:01 PM on Sep 06, 2024
Chaturthi Tithi Ends – 05:37 PM on Sep 07, 2024
New York, USA – Sep 6, 2024
Chaturthi Tithi Begins – 05:31 AM on Sep 06, 2024
Chaturthi Tithi Ends – 08:07 AM on Sep 07, 2024
For local timings and personalized rituals according to your birth chart download the align27 app.
Astrological Importance of Ganesh Chaturthi
From an astrological perspective, Ganesh Chaturthi occurs when the sun is in Virgo, a sign known for its analytical and meticulous nature. This alignment invites a perfect blend, as Ganesha himself is the overseer of intellect and wisdom, which resonates deeply with the attributes of Virgo. Celebrating this auspicious festival can amplify your efforts in organization, clarity in thinking, and decision-making prowess.
During Ganesh Chaturthi, the moon’s position reinforces this focus, offering a brilliant time for starting new projects and making significant life decisions. Astrologically, it is considered one of the most powerful times to seek blessings for new ventures and for removing any Vighna (obstacles) from one’s life path.
Celebrate, Reflect, and Prosper
Engaging in rituals during Ganesh Chaturthi aligns you with the cosmic rhythm, allowing you to tap into divine energies that bring growth and success. Whether it’s starting a new business, buying a home, or initiating a significant life change, this festival provides the perfect backdrop to propel your actions with divine energy.
Ganesh Chathurthi Rituals
1. Close your eyes and listen to Ganesha Atharvasirsha.
2. Lord Ganesha is the deity of the planet Ketu. You can chant your personal Ganesha mantra based on the placement of Ketu in your birth chart for maximized blessings on this auspicious day! Use the align27 app to find your personal mantra.
3. You can do a simple 5 step pooja for Lord Ganesha. It helps you offer all the 5 elements connected to the 9 planets. See below for more information.
4. If you have Ketu in conjunction with another planet in your Navamsha (the divisional chart that gives a magnified view of your birth chart), then you can honor the deities connected to those planets. Check the Rituals section of the align27 app to find your personal mantras.
5. Did you know that based on where Ketu is placed in your chart, you can worship either standing, sitting, dancing, or resting form of Lord Ganesha. Use the Rituals section of the align27 app to find the position of Lord Ganesha connected to your birth chart.
6. Avoid looking at the Moon today.
Simple 5 Step Pooja or Offering to Lord Ganesha
- Light a Lamp for Lord Ganesha to honor the Fire element (Agni tattva) which is connected to the planets Sun, Mars and Ketu.
- Offer an Incense stick or dhoop for Lord Ganesha to honor the Air element (Vayu tattva) which is connected to the planets Saturn and Rahu.
- Offer water and modaks (a sweet dish that Ganesha likes) to honor the Water element which is connected to the planets Moon and Venus.
- Offer flowers to honor the Space element (Akash tattva) which is connected to the planet Jupiter.
- Offer Sandalwood paste to Lord Ganesha to honor the Earth element (Prithvi tattva) which is connected to the planet Mercury.
We invite you to join us in celebrating this powerful festival. Let’s honor Lord Ganesha by placing him at the forefront of our minds and in our hearts, ensuring that every new beginning is marked with auspiciousness and success.
May Lord Ganesha bless you with wisdom, remove obstacles from your path, and bestow prosperity upon you and your loved ones.
Happy Ganesh Chaturthi! 🐘
